In a message dated 8/29/99 1:02:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time, pandv@tyler.net writes: << Margaret Hofmann is a well qualified historian by any standard, recognized by the National Genealogical Soc. and an all around nice person. Have met her and have purchased her books. A recommended vendor. Loretta in Texas >> I concour with all of your statements. She lives in Halifax County and is a lovely person and an excellent source. Florence